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Dms 103 Computer Applications Software Question Paper

Dms 103 Computer Applications Software

Course:Diploma In Business Management

Institution: Kca University question papers

Exam Year:2014

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS: 2013/2014
STAGE III ORDINARY EXAMINATION FOR THE DIPLOMA IN
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
DMS 103 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE
DATE: APRIL 2014
TIME: 1 1/2 Hours
INSTRUCTION: Answer any THREE questions
QUESTION ONE: (20 MARKS)
a) Differentiate between an input and output device giving example of each.
[4 Marks]
b) The following consists of computer hardware devices; briefly state the function of each
device?
i. Hard Disk
ii. DVD-Rom
iii. Floppy drive
c) What do you understand by the term Application Software
[6 Marks]
[2 Marks]
d) Explain the following terms as used in spreadsheet application.
i. Cell
ii. Workbook
iii. Worksheet
iv. Formula bar
QUESTION TWO: (20 MARKS)
[8 Marks]
a) State the outcome of the following Windows System Key Combinations.
i. CTRL + C
ii. Shift + Delete.
iii. Windows Logo + L
iv. CTRL + P
v. CTRL + Z
[5 Marks]
b) Explain FIVE advantages of using accounting program as compared to manual
[10 Marks]
c) Define a Peripheral device giving Three (3) Examples?
[5 Marks]
QUESTION THREE: (20 MARKS)
a) What do you understand by the term mail merging?
[2 Marks]
b) Osore was a secretary for a company called IT Dimensions, He was mandated with the task
to send invitation letters to 2000 members in different towns showing them their statements
balances and invitation to their annual general meeting.
Discuss steps and procedures Osore would apply to arrive to his intention using MS
word application software.
c) State any THREE Databases Management Applications Software?
[10 Marks]
[3 Marks]
d) Explain what you understand by the following DBMS and word processing Terms;
i. Foreign Key
ii. Data Type.
iii. Field.
iv. Primary Key.
v. Text Box.
[5 Marks]
QUESTION FOUR: (20 MARKS)
a) Explain FIVE reasons why computers are considered to be useful in business organizations
[10 Marks]
b) Outline FIVE factors you would use to differentiate between off the shelf and bespoke software
[10 Marks]
QUESTION FIVE. : (20 MARKS)
a) Briefly explain the steps involved in creating a new Company in Quick Books application.
[10 Marks]
b) How do you go about backing up data in QuickBooks applications
[4 Marks]
c) Highlight SIX reasons for backing up data especially in accounting packages. [6 Marks]

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